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A Gazan father carries his deceased newborn twins in a white shroud after they were killed, along with his wife and mother-in-law, in an Israeli airstrike while he was out collecting their birth certificates. Fiona Jones reports.

At the center of Stonehenge lies a hefty sandstone slab called the Altar Stone whose origin and purpose have been among the mysteries of the famed megalithic monument. A new geological analysis has revealed that it took a remarkable journey to become part of one of humankind's ancient wonders. David Doyle reports.

Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin was dismissed on Wednesday by the Constitutional Courtfor a breach of ethicsin appointing to his cabinet a former lawyer who was briefly imprisoned 16 years ago. Rachel Judah takes a look at what might happen now.

Africa's top public health body has declared a public health emergency of continental concern over an outbreak of mpox in Democratic Republic of Congo and its neighbors - but barriers over issues like vaccine supply remain. David Doyle has more.

Residents in the Balkans are increasingly turning to air conditioning, shifting long-held mistrust of artificial cooling. However, the surge in demand is straining the region's already fragile power grids, highlighting the urgent need for upgrades and sustainable energy solutions. Alice Rizzo reports.

For director Paul Feig, the comedy film “Jackpot” is what he calls “the Lost Jackie Chan movie,” referring to the work of the famous Hong Kong actor and martial artist. “Jackpot” is an Amazon MGM Studios action-comedy starring Awkwafina and John Cena as their characters Katie and Noel work together in a dystopian Los Angeles where a "Grand Lottery" winner can be legally murdered before sundown by someone wishing to claim their multibillion-dollar jackpot.

Alphabet's Google on Tuesday unveiled a lineup of new Pixel smartphones with deeper integrations of its artificial intelligence technology as it races to incorporate AI into its hardware. Ryan Chang has more.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Wednesday (August 14) said he will not be running for re-election as president of his ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) in September, marking the end of a three-year term marred by political scandals. Laila Shahrokhshahi reports.

President Joe Biden announced on Tuesday (August 13) a $150-million federal investment to develop technology that will help surgeons more effectively remove cancerous tumors.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Vice President Kamala Harris's running mate, made his first solo campaign appearance at the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Convention in Los Angeles on Tuesday (August 13).

Dramatic video captured firefighters battling to put out the Gold Ranch Fire on Sunday (August 11). The Gold Ranch Fire was ignited on Sunday, near Verdi, Nevada.

More than two weeks after Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro claimed reelection victory, the U.S. and other Western countries are showing little sign of swift, tough action over what many of them have condemned as voting fraud. Kristy Kilburn reports.

The United Auto Workers Union said on Tuesday (August 13) it has filed complaints with the National Labor Relations Board against Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk over attempts to threaten and intimidate workers. Jillian Kitchener has more.

Residents on the outskirts of Athens returned to a charred landscape on Tuesday (August 13). Greece's worst wildfire of the year has eased thanks to weaker winds, pausing progress of a destructive blaze that killed one person and torched cars, buildings, fields and forests.

Gaza pediatrician Lobna al-Azaiza told Reuters that when girls in the enclave tell her they have no combs, she advises them to cut their hair, because there are none available. Combs are not the only thing in short supply. Israel's blockade of the territory, which is ravaged by 10 months of war, means there is little or no shampoo, soap, period products or household cleaning materials. Angela Johnston reports.

“Alien: Romulus,” which arrives in U.S. theaters on August 16, is a standalone film that takes place between the events of the 1979 “Alien” movie and the 1986 “Aliens” film. Director and writer Fede Alvarez says he was dedicated to making the aliens in the film look and feel as real as possible. Arrthy Thayaparan has more.

Nine animal-themed Banksy murals that recently appeared in London have left many pondering the meaning behind the elusive street artist's latest work. Here's a look at the mystery behind the artist and his art. This report produced by Jillian Kitchener.

Nearly five years after millions of euros' worth of jewelry was stolen in a museum heist in eastern Germany, visitors can once again admire nearly all of the precious pieces in person. The heist was a bitter lesson about security at the museum, which before had been considered one of the safest buildings in Europe, said Saxony premier Michael Kretschmer.

A Ugandan court on Tuesday found a commander in the rebel Lord's Resistance Army (LRA), Thomas Kwoyelo, guilty of dozens of war crimes, the first time a senior member of the group has been tried by Uganda's judiciary. Zachary Goelman produced this report.

Vangelis Ilias was returning from holiday on Monday (August 12) when friends called to tell him the unthinkable. A wildfire in forests north of Athens had suddenly descended on his suburb and was approaching his sculpture workshop.

Africa's Centres for Disease Control and Prevention declared what it termed a "public health emergency of continental security" on Tuesday over an outbreak of mpox that spread from the Democratic Republic of Congo to neighboring countries. Sean Hogan reports.

Crowds of people welcomed South African athletes home after their stint competing in the Paris Games, including Gold medallist swimmer Tatjana Smith, the country's most decorated Olympian.

Russia's President Vladimir Putin discussed the situation in the Middle East with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in Novo-Ogaryovo on Tuesday (August 13). Putin called for the recognition of a 'fully-fledged' Palestinian state.

Taiwan celebrated its returning Olympic athletes in a grand ceremony on Tuesday (August 13), with three fighter jets escorting the plane carrying them home. Boxing gold medalist Lin Yu-ting thanked supporters upon arrival at Taoyuan International Airport.

Research shows homebuyers frequently overlook critical areas like cellars, roofs, and attics, despite their potential to harbor significant issues. In a recent experiment, a company called Tobii used their eye-tracking technology to explore what homebuyers focus on during property viewings. Alice Rizzo reports.